AustraliaAverage weather for Adelaide in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Adelaide with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Adelaide with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 11°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 19°C, with nights around 11°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Adelaide is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 82 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Adelaide in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
18°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
21°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
16°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
82 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Adelaide?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Adelaide. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2021, Adelaide reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Adelaide
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Adelaide, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Adelaide
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Adelaide, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Adelaide.
Daily UV index in May in Adelaide
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Adelaide, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Adelaide over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Adelaide, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Adelaide over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Adelaide, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Adelaide
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Adelaide. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Adelaide by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Adelaide. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
